Wine Vision by Open Balkan is not only the largest and most influential wine fair in Southeast Europe but also a stage where stories, passions, and visions come to life. Among the many formats that give soul to the fair, the Open Podcast has become a true favorite—a place where voices of the wine and distillery world meet in open conversation. After three remarkable seasons, the inspiring series now enters its fourth edition, with more emotion and authenticity than ever before.
The Open Podcast was created as more than a program; it is a window into the people behind the bottles, barrels, and brands. Over the past three seasons, it has taken us on journeys from family vineyards to global cellars, from the traditions of rakija to the innovations shaping tomorrow’s wines. Listeners have heard personal stories of risk and reward, of battles with nature and markets, and of the joy that comes with every harvest.
What makes this format so unique is its spirit: it does not celebrate wine only as a product but as a way of life, as a bridge that connects cultures, people, and generations.
Behind the Scenes of a Dream
This year, the Open Podcast returns with a new face at the helm: Aleksandra Barović, a well-known name in Serbia’s wine and distillery scene. Under her guidance, the podcast takes on a refreshed concept—a frank, friendly talk, as if you were sharing a glass behind the scenes of a busy winery or distillery.
In a time when trends shift quickly and markets grow ever more competitive, it is not just expertise but stories that shape the future. The Open Podcast is about people who dared to dream differently, who poured themselves into their craft, and who remind us that wine and rakija are not simply drinks —they are choices of life, love, and identity.
By giving them a voice, Wine Vision by Open Balkan celebrates not only excellence in production but also the courage and passion that sustain it.